GeoNet data control analyst

Background

GNS Science operates the GeoNet project, an exciting initiative which underpins New Zealand’s geological hazard monitoring and research capabilities.

GNS Science Mission, Vision and Values

Purpose

Is to understand earth systems and technologies and to transform this knowledge into economic, environmental and social benefits for New Zealand.

Vision

Is to be recognised globally as a leading integrator of knowledge of earth systems and technologies for societal benefits.

Values

• Scientific enquiry and innovation arising from creativity and development

• Excellence generated from expertise and experience

• Personal integrity and professional ethics

• Individual initiative in contributing to teamwork

• Delivery of value for New Zealand.

Maori Relationships

GNS Science is committed to achieving mutual success through collaboration with Maori. Significant benefits can accrue from effective relationships between GNS Science and Maori, especially within geothermal and energy activities. The creation of seamless relationships with Maori is a crucial element in the organisational growth of GNS Science. GNS Science aims to include relationships with Maori as a natural part of the GNS Science business.

The Natural Hazards division of GNS is seeking a Data Control Analyst to monitor GeoNet computers and data streams, to maintain quality control procedures and to remedy problems.

Purpose of Position

This position oversees the processing of GeoNet’s GNSS (satellite geodesy) data, ensuring appropriate models and techniques are employed, robust and recoverable methods are implemented, and that GNS Science keeps up with or leads best international practice.

- To monitor the GeoNet Data Centre computers and processes for faults and data integrity.

- To develop and implement procedures, computer-based tools and reports to carry out these functions and to take remedial action when problems occur.

Specific Duties / Key Responsibilities

• Perform monitoring and analysis of quality and completeness of all geophysical data arriving at the GeoNet Data Centre, and ensure the associated metadata are complete and correct;

• Manage and resolve problems, faults and queries, and requests for service, through to completion, involving other Institute or external expertise as necessary; maintain and keep up-to-date the register of reported faults and service requests;

• Anticipate and recommend hardware and/or software required to maintain GeoNet’s data holdings in a secure and recoverable environment;

• Maintain the computer-based tools that support the efficient running of the GeoNet project; these include Big Brother and Request Tracker;

• Maintain documentation of all routine activities associated with the GeoNet Data Centre;

• Ensure critical tasks are able to be performed by other Data Centre team members, providing appropriate training and documentation for them;

• Maintain effective relationships with external users of the data, including universities, other CRIs and overseas agencies.

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or industry experience

• Experience within a Unix/Linux environment

• Knowledge of relational database systems and SQL

• Understanding of TCP/IP networking technology

• Education in geology or geophysics is advantageous, with seismology or geodesy knowledge highly desirable;

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products, in particular Word, Excel and Access.

If you are an enthusiastic team player and you are passionate about earth sciences, then this could be the opportunity for you